In news certain to piss off the racist detractors, Disney’s 2023 live-action remake of the 1989 animated classic The Little Mermaid has not only doubled the original’s box office receipts but has sailed into the top 5 ranking of “most successful films of the year” to date.

And despite the unfavorable reception in Asian markets, the execs at Disney are so pleased with the performance of the Halle Bailey-led flick that they’re giving it an animated spinoff for TV.

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After putting the “Rocket City” on the map with its #1 unscripted series ‘Love & Marriage: Huntsville‘ (and following with its top-rated spinoff ‘Love & Marriage: DC‘), OWN is revving up to get a similar response from the “Motor City.”

The network has unveiled a first look at ‘Love & Marriage: Detroit‘ – the latest series to derive from the popular franchise.

Structured much like ‘Huntsville’ and ‘DC’ before it, the Detroit-based iteration of ‘Love & Marriage’ will chronicle the personal and professional highs and lows of three successful Black couples as they navigate life, work, love, and drama.

Ahead of its season 1 premiere on June 24, get acquainted with the couples – Russell & Kolby Harris, Brandon & Kristina Bowman-Smith, and Anthony & Dr. LaToya Thompson – courtesy of the official trailer.

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Jack Harlow‘s surprise third studio album, ‘Jackman,’ may have entered the main Billboard album chart with his lowest first-week sales and placement to date, but that hasn’t deterred the Kentucky native from throwing more support its way.

The ill-fated project (released April 28) has already fallen off the Billboard 200 despite being supported by the critically acclaimed single ‘They Don’t Love It.’  To help turn the tide, Jack gifted another of the LP’s favorites – ‘Gang Gang‘ – the video treatment.

Directed by Eliel Ford, the ‘Gang’ visual – like ‘Love It’ before it – was filmed in Harlow’s hometown of Louisville.

Look inside to see the GRAMMY nominee rap about weighing the benefit of supporting his friends despite not agreeing with some of the life decisions they have made.

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Chloe Bailey sounds off on the naysayers on a blazing new cover of Ayra Starr‘s global breakthrough ‘Bloody Samaritan.’

Riding high off the success of her In Pieces Tour,’ the rising R&B star on-boards the bouncy bop – which she laces with her own original verse.

Not holding back, Bailey sings “unbothered, shot caller, got my name in their mouth like water.”

Check out the flavorsome showing below…

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Janet Jackson is wowing audiences across North America with her blockbuster ‘Together Again Tour.’

The mammoth trek has magnetized the masses with its seismic spectacle, intricate choreography, and an endless array of hits. From ‘Feedback’ to ‘All For You’ to ‘Rhythm Nation,’ the setlist is stacked with classics.

What’s more, the Rock & Roll Hall of Famer has thrilled audiences with new music too.

The ‘Together Again Tour’ is a must-see. As such, That Grape Juice is giving YOU the chance to win 2x tickets to the Mountain View, California stop of the trek at the Shoreline Amphitheatre on June 16.

Want to be in with a chance of winning the pair of tickets?

We thought as much! To enter, simply answer the question below…

Which Isn’t A Janet Jackson Album?

a) Discipline

b) Black Cat

c) Rhythm Nation

Submit your answer, along with your full name, age, address, and telephone number to the email address below.

Please be sure to title entry ‘Janet – TGJ’ :

competitions@thatgrapejuice.net

All entries must be received by 12.00pm PST on Thursday, June 15.

Entrants MUST also be following That Grape Juice on Instagram, Twitter, or TikTok (with proof included in email):

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* Polite Note: Tickets do not include travel, hotel, or lodging.

Good Luck!

Leigh-Anne Pinnock is treating fans to daily reveals in the run-up to the release of her debut solo single ‘Don’t Say Love.’

The Little Mix graduate will debut the dancefloor jam this Friday (June 16) alongside its accompanying video.

Directed by Emil Nava, the visual boasts a concept that the 30-year-old songbird says reflects her personal journey.

Prior to its premiere, check out the freshly unwrapped first-look preview:

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Demi Lovato is opening up about her reason for pivoting away from using the “they/them” pronouns exclusively.

As reported, the singer came out as non-binary in May 2021 and asked to be referred to as “they/them.”

However, last year, Lovato revealed that she was ultimately fine with being regarded as “she/her” again.

Now, she’s expanding on the reason why.

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Made In America is back!

The festival returns this September and brings with it headlining sets from ‘Special’ collaborators SZA and Lizzo.

A whole host of major names will also be performing on the bill.

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Jamie Foxx, John Boyega, and Teyonah Parris are set to make a splash in the new Netflix original film, ‘They Cloned Tyrone.’

The mysterious movie centers on a trio of life-long friends, who – after a series of unusual events – are thrust onto the trail of a mind-bending conspiracy. One attached to a chaotic experiment by society’s leading forces.

With a July 21 release set on the streamer, an extended trailer of the Juel Taylor-directed flick has been unleashed.

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Cardi B‘s legal victories continue to roll in.

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Tank took center stage on NPR‘s Tiny Desk Concert as the latest star to celebrate Black Music Month on the platform.

Joined by friends Luke James, Brooke Valentine, and Lonny Bereal, the R&B maestro delivered a dynamic set that brought with it both vocals and big hits.

Of the latter, Tank blended his performance with tracks of his own such as ‘Please Don’t Go’ and ‘Maybe I Deserve’ with cuts he wrote for others like ‘O’ (Omarion), ‘Regret’ (LeToya Luckett), and Jamie Foxx.

Watch the rousing performance below…

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Next year’s Super Bowl is shaping up to be a big one if the rumors turn out to be true for the halftime show.

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